Fowler Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Fowler Lake Dam West is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 72.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 392 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN04040 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RANDALL & CINDY MATTOX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fowler Lake Dam West?
Fowler Lake Dam West is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fowler Lake Dam West?
Fowler Lake Dam West is owned by RANDALL & CINDY MATTOX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fowler Lake Dam West?
Fowler Lake Dam West serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fowler Lake Dam West?
Fowler Lake Dam West has a dam height of 33 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Fowler Lake Dam West last inspected?
Fowler Lake Dam West was last inspected on March 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.